How To Fix RE162 - Consumption would exceed the amount from item &1 &2 by &3 %

RE162 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Consumption would exceed the amount from item &1 &2 by &3 %

What causes this issue?

You want to reduce the amount in item &V1&. However, so much of the
funds for this item has already been used that the reduction would
exceed the item amount by &V2&.
If the document must be approved, the check is made on the basis of the
new amount resulting from the reduction and requiring approval.

System Response

The overrun is not permitted.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE FMRES_UEBNOTE1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE162 - Consumption would exceed the amount from item &1 &2 by &3 % ?

  The SAP error message RE162 indicates that the consumption of a resource or item exceeds the allowed amount specified in the system. This typically occurs in the context of resource management, inventory control, or project management within SAP, particularly in modules like SAP Real Estate Management (RE) or SAP Project System (PS).
  
  Cause:
  The error message RE162 is triggered when the system detects that the planned or actual consumption of an item (such as a resource, material, or service) exceeds the predefined limits. The message specifies:
  
  Item &1 &2: The specific item or resource that is being referenced.
  &3 %: The percentage by which the consumption exceeds the allowed amount.
  
  This situation can arise due to various reasons, including:
  
  Incorrect configuration of consumption limits in the system.
  Errors in data entry, such as entering incorrect quantities during transactions.
  Changes in project scope or requirements that were not reflected in the system.
  Issues with the integration of different modules or